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RK&K is seeking an Environmental Scientist I to join our Natural Resources Team in Raleigh. As an RK&K environmental scientist you will be actively involved in a diversity of protected species surveys (including mussels, fish, and plants), habitat assessments, wetland/stream assessment projects, water quality permitting, and other natural resource projects.
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct aquatic surveys in-water with wetsuit, water safety gear, etc.
- Prepare documents and natural resource reports
- Conduct/assist in wetland and stream delineations, protected species surveys and habitat assessment, and other natural resource inventories
- Interact with clients and regulatory agencies
- Collaborate with other environmental professionals
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or equivalent*
- Team-oriented
- Adept at juggling multiple tasks
- Excellent at written and verbal communication
- Motivated to find creative solutions to environmental problems
- Excited to work outdoors in all seasons including in-water
- Experience with GIS (ArcPRO)
- 0 to 5 years relevant experience
*Applications must include a cover letter and resume
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Master's Degree in Environmental Science or equivalent
- Candidates with internship and/or other directly related work experience highly preferred
- Experience in North Carolina
- Experience with aquatic surveys
- Plant identification, wetland delineation training, NCWAM and NCSAM, ecological monitoring, construction monitoring, CADD, and GIS experience is a plus.
- CPR/First Aid training
What We Offer:
RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work (home and office) * Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
- Much Much more!
Why RK&K?
As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
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